Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jonesboro Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jonesboro Elem School's attendance zone covers the entire school district and spans approximately 44.5 square miles in Jonesboro, IL. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 4.2 miles and the furthest edge located 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jonesboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jonesboro Elementary School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
338 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jonesboro Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonesboro Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#821 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonesboro Elementary School's ranking?
Jonesboro Elementary School is ranked #821 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jonesboro Elementary School often compared to?
Jonesboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cobden Elementary School, Shawnee Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jonesboro Elementary School?
338 students attend Jonesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Jonesboro Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jonesboro Elementary School?
Jonesboro Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jonesboro Elementary School offer ?
Jonesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Jonesboro Elementary School part of?
Jonesboro Elementary School is part of County Of Union Sch Dist No43 School District.
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